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Sustainability starts at home. This is simple but true in more ways than one. We can all make a real impact with a few simple adjustments and minimal inconvenience. Moreover, the example we set at home shapes our children’s attitude towards the planet and its finite resources. Here are some key areas where we can make a difference from inside our own...

Residents of Dubai, and the UAE in general, are likely to face certain maintenance issues more frequently than others. This is generally consistent with patterns seen in other countries, however there are some that are more specific to the regional climate and environment.

The UAE has one of the highest levels of water consumption per capita in the world (360-400 litres per day), whilst also having a dearth of readily available freshwater. Despite this, only 5% of water used in the country is treated waste water, with the primary sources instead being groundwater and desalinated seawater. However desalination is an...